enjoying winter outdoors

In the colder months, I’m prone to get the itch of cabin fever. While I could take a skiing trip or participate in some similarly pricey winter sport, I remind myself that there are simpler ways of enjoying nature around me — even in the city.

I’m fortunate enough to live near the great Prospect Park where it’s not so unusual to take a stroll on a chilly January day.Prospect Park ducks, geese, and swans on New Year’s Eve

No matter where you live, I’m willing to bet there’s somewhere you can walk (or take public transport) to and enjoy the great outdoors, despite the winter weather.

If you’re in NYC, here are a few ways to get outside and beat the winter blues: